Episodes

  • Paul Marinaro and Jeff Lindberg: History of the Chicago Jazz Orchestra; Upcoming tribute to Frank Sinatra

    Paul Marinaro and Jeff Lindberg: History of the Chicago Jazz Orchestra; Upcoming tribute to Frank Sinatra
    Jul 20 2024
    WGN Radio’s Dave Plier is joined by co-founder of the Chicago Jazz Orchestra Jeff Lindberg and vocalist Paul Marinaro to discuss and highlight the history of the Chicago Jazz Orchestra; from its humble beginnings at the University of Illinois to their first regular gig at Gaspars (now known as Schubas) and their first big break […]
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  • Music legend Johnny Mathis: ‘If you love what you do, you can live a long and happy life’

    Music legend Johnny Mathis: ‘If you love what you do, you can live a long and happy life’
    Jul 20 2024
    WGN Radio’s Dave Plier is joined by music legend and Grammy Hall of Fame inductee Johnny Mathis to reminisce on his life and career; from growing up in a full house, to record breaking track and field feats, night clubs, and more.
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  • ‘Good Old Neon: Signs You’re in Chicago’: Exploring Chicago’s neon sign history with author Nick Freeman

    ‘Good Old Neon: Signs You’re in Chicago’: Exploring Chicago’s neon sign history with author Nick Freeman
    Jul 20 2024
    Photographer and author Nick Freeman joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to highlight his book ‘Good Old Neon: Signs You’re in Chicago’ and explore Chicago’s history with neon signs which began in the 1920’s and really picked up in the 1960’s. The book highlights various restaurants, motels, laundries, theatres and more that still utilize the power […]
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  • Chicago radio legend Kevin Matthews: Upcoming book ‘Mary’s Roadie’; Jim Shorts takes over ‘The Dave Plier Show’

    Chicago radio legend Kevin Matthews: Upcoming book ‘Mary’s Roadie’; Jim Shorts takes over ‘The Dave Plier Show’
    Jul 13 2024
    WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to Chicago radio legend Kevin Matthews about his new book ‘Mary’s Roadie’ and his journey in radio. Jim Shorts also takes over ‘The Dave Plier Show’ via satellite to tell listeners that Dave has been fired (not true) and also talks about the upcoming Chicago Bears season, his ‘casino’ and […]
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  • Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Neal Schon of Journey: Performing at Wrigley Field this Monday!

    Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Neal Schon of Journey: Performing at Wrigley Field this Monday!
    Jul 13 2024
    WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Neal Schon from Journey, who is in town to play Wrigley Field on Monday, July 15, 2024, along with The Steve Miller Band and Def Leppard. Dave and Neal talk about the band’s five decades in rock, the mega-hit ‘Don’t Stop Believin’, Neal’s guitar collection, and […]
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  • Novelty Golf in Lincolnwood celebrates 75 years!

    Novelty Golf in Lincolnwood celebrates 75 years!
    Jul 13 2024
    WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to Craig Klatzco of Novelty Golf in Lincolnwood about his iconic miniature golf course and The Bunny Hutch, celebrating 75 years and the weekend-long event on July 20 and 21, 2024 with LIVE music, photo booths, their classic arcade, discounts and fun for all ages! Noveltygolf.com.
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  • Women of Rock: Joan Jett, Debbie Harry, Pat Benatar and Suzi Quatro, Melissa Etheridge, Vicki Peterson and Nina Blackwood

    Women of Rock: Joan Jett, Debbie Harry, Pat Benatar and Suzi Quatro, Melissa Etheridge, Vicki Peterson and Nina Blackwood
    Jul 6 2024
    WGN Radio’s ‘The Dave Plier Show’ presents ‘The Women of Rock’ featuring conversations with music legends Joan Jett, Debbie Harry, Pat Benatar and Suzi Quatro. Included are bonus interviews with Melissa Etheridge, Vicki Peterson (The Bangles) and original MTV veejay Nina Blackwood.
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  • Evanston’s own Kevin Cronin of REO Speedwagon

    Evanston’s own Kevin Cronin of REO Speedwagon
    Jun 29 2024
    WGN Radio’s Dave Plier shares his conversation with rock legend Kevin Cronin on his summer tour, the band’s rise to fame, the meaning behind ‘REO Speedwagon,’ and more!
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